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THE BASILICA COMMUNITY Our history and our future BASILICA CONTENTS FALL 2017 MAGAZINE OF THE FEATURES BASILICA OF SAINT MARY 6 Ascension: A shelter from the storms of life by Margaret Nelson Brinkhaus

11 Kristian Mauel Nguyen’s Next Milestone: Building a passion for The Basilica by Steve Rudolph

12 Joint Catholic-Lutheran Commemoration of the Reformation: 500th anniversary: 1517-2017 by Dirk G. Lange

16 Reflections on the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation: Local faith leaders share their perspectives by Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D. EDITOR Melissa Streit 19 Welcoming Dr. Sharon Pierce: Leading collaboration in our community DESIGNER by Janice Andersen Carol Evans 20 Come As You Are: Creating connections through PHOTOGRAPHER/ Pathways ministry by Elyse Rethlake PHOTO EDITOR Elyse Rethlake 22 Hearing Jesus’ Call: Basilica Young Adults — faith, fun, and service PRODUCTION by Melissa Streit M. Rita Nagan 25 The Life of a Swiss Guard: Vatican Museums PROOFREADER exhibit stops in Minneapolis Sue Hayes by Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D.

ADVISOR 26 Innovative Gifts: Reflecting what matters most in life Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D. by Peggy Jennings and Monica Stuart

MANAGING EDITOR 30 The Basilica Block Party and Landmark Ball: Mae Desaire Captured in images by Mae Desaire FOUNDING EDITORS David Walsh, C. Andrew Tubbs, Margaret Nelson

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BASILICA is published twice per year by 3 From the Editor About the Cover: Members of The Basilica The Basilica Landmark. BASILICA accepts Young Adults. A special blessing was held 4 From the Rector, Fr. John Bauer unsolicited manuscripts and photos from on August 20, 2017 for young adults in the parish. parishioners, but reserves the right to edit 5 President’s Column, by Ann Wikczynski and publish such material at its discretion. COVER PHOTO / ELYSE RETHLAKE Send submissions to: 29 Ask Johan, by Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D. Basilica Magazine, c/o Melissa Streit, The Basilica of Saint Mary, P.O. Box 50010, 32 Archives, by Heather Craig Minneapolis, MN 55405-0010. All contributions become the property of BASILICA.

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VOL. XXV Number II, Fall 2017, The Basilica of Saint Mary © 2017 Open Wide the Doors Aperite portas

FROM THE EDITOR

“Seek the well-being of the city to which I have sent you. Pray for it to the Lord. For in seeking its well-being, you shall find your own.” — Jeremiah 29:7

HESE words — inspiring yet challenging — Thave been The Basilica’s vision statement for over two decades. As Christian disciples, we are mandated to go beyond our four walls and into our community — continually reaching out, continually inviting people in. By following this difficult mandate, Jeremiah tells us, we shall find our own well-being. “Aperite portas. Open wide the doors,” Fr. Bauer quotes from Saint John Paul II. “Open wide the doors to Christ.” In addition to opening call to young adults in our parish, and our the physical doors to our parishes and homes, sister parish and school, Ascension, in North we are commanded to open the metaphorical Minneapolis. doors of our own heads, hands, and hearts to With over twenty years as an active parishioner Christ. Open wide our personal doors to let the and avid BASILICA magazine reader, I am Savior in and to be the Savior’s hands and feet proud to be your new editor. I cherish my own in our world. “Basilica story.” As a young adult and a newer This summer we celebrated the tenth anniver- Catholic, I felt compelled — week after week, sary of the pastorate of Fr. John M. Bauer. Over year after year — to be part of this amazing the decade of his leadership, The Basilica of community. That draw is as strong for me Saint Mary continues to be a home of spiritual today as ever. So it is a great honor share the nourishment, a beacon of hope, and an advocate “Basilica stories” of many others whose lives are for change. We aspire to arouse a revolution of touched and transformed by their connection love and tenderness. to The Basilica. 9 In this issue, we proudly present some of the many ways The Basilica seeks the well-being — Melissa Streit of our city, inviting dialogue, community, and relationship with all. Specifically, we invite you to read about interfaith dialogue on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, Jesus’

BASILICA / FALL 2017 3 RECTOR’S COLUMN Seeing Those in Need What we are called to do as followers of Jesus

During the years after I left the seminary, Now occasionally, someone will ask why while I was trying to figure out what to do we spend so much time and effort responding with my life, there were two constants in to the many people who come to our my life — my family and my friends. Both St. Vincent de Paul ministry for assistance. groups were always accepting and loving. My response to these queries is always the There was never a question in my mind same. The reason we do what we do is that I was on my own, or that I didn’t have because Jesus has told us that “Whatsoever their support and backing. In retrospect, I you do to the least of my brothers and sisters, realize now what a great blessing this was. you do for me” (Mt. 25: 31-46). At times, it is During the years I was trying to figure easy to forget that responding to those in out what to do with my life, I moved home need, is not just a nice thing to do; it is what a couple different times. I always knew that we are called to do as followers of Jesus. I had a room there and that there would be And when we assist them, we are doing it, food on the table. It never occurred to me not just in the name of Jesus, but because that moving home wasn’t an option. It was we recognize the presence of Jesus in them. my “safety net” before that term came into As a visual reminder of the above, our popular usage. Home was also my base St. Vincent de Paul ministry, with the after I returned to the seminary. I spent approval of our Parish Finance Committee holidays and summers there until I was and Parish Council, has commissioned ordained. My parents never suggested — or a bronze sculpture of a “Homeless Jesus” even hinted — that since I was then in my statue. The statue depicts a homeless indi- ANY years ago, after completing high mid-twenties perhaps it was time for me to vidual shrouded in a blanket sleeping on Mschool seminary at Nazareth Hall move out and find another place to live. a park bench. You might not immediately (which was closed and sold after I graduated) Again, in retrospect, I realize what a great recognize the statue as depicting Jesus, and after finishing two years of college at blessing this was. until you see the marks of the nails on his St. John Vianney seminary on the campus Sadly, for too many people the above is feet. The sculpture is the work of Timothy P. of the then College of St. Thomas, I decided not the norm. For a variety of reasons, people Schmalz. It is an internationally recognized to leave the seminary. Now obviously I sometimes find themselves without a home, symbol of awareness of and compassion for eventually returned to the seminary, but this and without a safety net to support them the homeless. Homeless Jesus sculptures are was only after working for a while, finishing if their lives take a turn for the worst. Fortu- located in major cities throughout the world. college and then getting another job. nately, through our St. Vincent de Paul We are hopeful that the Homeless Jesus ministry we are often able to help these sculpture will help call attention to people people when they come to our door. Some- in need. The sculpture is designed to chal- BY FATHER JOHN BAUER times the assistance we offer can help lenge and inspire each of us to be more people out of homelessness. Sometimes we compassionate and charitable, and to see can only respond to some of the effects of Jesus in each person we meet. It also invites homelessness. us to take action to help end homelessness locally and around the world. The sculp- ture will be an important addition to The Basilica’s sacred art collection. We are currently working with our land- scape architects to prepare the installation space for the Homeless Jesus sculpture on The Basilica campus. This sculpture has been funded by a group of anonymous donors who are passionate about the homeless, art, and The Basilica. You can learn more about the Homeless Jesus sculp- ture at: mary.org/homelessjesus. 9

4 BASILICA / FALL 2017 PRESIDENT’S COLUMN The Basilica Landmark Next steps for our historic campus

INCE 2010, The Basilica Landmark has Last year, we also restored the Saint Sinvested $11 million, furthering our Anthony Chapel (located in The Basilica mission to preserve, restore, and advance east of the crucifix). If you haven’t had the historic Basilica of Saint Mary for all a chance to see it, please take a look. It’s generations. Some highlights include — breathtaking! This year, with your support, we have • Updating The Basilica school interior replaced sections of the church roof, built • Renovating The Basilica’s original a storage facility for our grounds equip- bronze and leather doors ment, and made our historic campus • Restoring the Narthex, Sacristy, and more accessible to all. While these projects stained glass windows in the Sacristy may not have the shine of gold leaf or the • Replacing the original church boiler appeal of freshly polished bronze, they are from 1913 so very important to ensure the security of • Renovating the Reardon Rectory, now our historic church, its ability to function with an elevator tower, central air, efficiently, and to provide a warm welcome sprinklers, and space for our cherished to all who come to our doors. archive, and art collections Like any old building, it is better to stay ahead of repairs than wait for things to worsen. We are following the recommen- dation to tuckpoint the entire building regularly, rather than wait until it is desper- ately needed. Tuckpointing was done this restrooms in the undercroft and rectory to summer and fall to extend the life of the full ADA compliance. All of these projects roof and exterior and avoid expensive make The Basilica more accessible and major projects. welcoming. This fall we completed a new freestanding Thank you to every Landmark donor storage building to accommodate the snow who has supported all of these projects. I removal, lawn, and other campus land- invite you to join me in making a gift to scaping maintenance equipment. Previously, the Basilica Landmark Annual Fund at equipment was in the existing Rectory thebasilicalandmark.org/give. Your garage and at the home of a staff member, donation ensures that our Building of who seasonally rotated equipment due to Hope continues to serve as a haven for insufficient space at The Basilica. The new all who visit. 9 BY ANN WILCZYNSKI building provides a much more efficient storage solution. Ann Wilczynski is president of Finally, I am elated to share The Basilica The Basilica Landmark Landmark’s Fund-a-Need project has exceeded its goal; work is underway to make our campus more accessible, including improving the physical accessibility of The Basilica’s northeast entrance and updating

BASILICA / FALL 2017 5 FEATURE Ascension A shelter from the storms of life

“We’re here to stay, we’re here to be a place of peace and equity.”

— Father Dale Korogi Ascension Pastor

LEVEN months after the death of He urged people to continue to work for Philando Castile in a traffic stop change. “We must not tire or shrink from E shooting and two days after the not Spirit-led, Eucharist-fueled efforts to make guilty verdict, Rev. Dale Korogi stood before what we proclaim in this sacrament real the parishioners of Ascension and strug- and tangible.” gled to put their pain and sorrow into the Father Dale has it right, Ascension context of faith. Saying he’d been “anx- parishioner Bob Briscoe notes. “This place iously wrestling” with what to say, Father is a shelter, it’s a home.” He came to the Dale noted his gratitude that “here in this parish at 18th and Bryant Avenues North shelter from the storms of life, the sickness after moving from Holy Name of Mary, of racism can be acknowledged, discussed, an all-Black church in Chicago, ten years and treated. The pain of those of you who ago. “I found Ascension and felt safe and have borne the brunt of racism can be loved in this community,” Bob, 75, says. listened to and heard. The rest of us can “We’re sensitive to the problems of our BY MARGARET NELSON BRINKHAUS listen and hear what life in a world run by Latino and African community. As a group whites is like for a person with a black or we’re proud that we stand for justice and brown body.” freedom.” Ascension shares much with The Basilica of Saint Mary. In 1998, Michael O’Connell, “We have a very diverse and then Basilica rector, also took on the role loving community. of Ascension’s pastor. He was determined ” to bring the long-time North Minneapolis — Bob Briscoe parish back to its early role “as a shining African-American parishioner light in the city...we can work with the neighborhood to be a force for good, help

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PHOTO / CONRAD SCHMITT STUDIOS Ascension Catholic Church 2017 interior restoration. to rebuild this North Side, make it a better connected to what we might consider our place for everyone.” As Patty Stromen, mother church,” Father Dale says. The two Ascension’s Parish Administrator, recalls, communities collaborate on many things, “A lot of people feel that “He wanted to be sure Ascension would live including concern for issues of the urban Ascension is their second home. on as a significant Catholic presence in the core, support of immigrants, and a summer community, with a school that provided the choir camp for children. Father Dale also They come from all around.” academics and values that children need to presides at Mass at The Basilica occasionally — Gerardo Escamilla, of Ascension’s Latino ministry thrive.” Patty left a position at The Basilica and witnesses weddings there and Ascension’s in 2001 to lead Ascension’s staff and found Spanish-speaking community takes a lead a joyful community. “There’s an ability in honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe at The opportunities are significant. There are here to more easily be who we are — for The Basilica each December. people who are making a difference.” me, that means being who God intended Everyone agrees the vision is vital. As at Sister Karen Mohan of the nearby us to be. There’s a closeness to Jesus Christ The Basilica, Ascension’s vision statement Visitation Monastery says her community that is palpable. Blessed are the poor — comes from the prophet Jeremiah: “I know has been involved with Ascension for 28 the poor economically, who struggle with well the plans I have in mind for you says years. “We love the Ascension community. disparities, with immigration — and those the Lord. Plans for your well-being. Plans They’re walking the talk. The Word is who experience being poor in spirit.” to give you a future full of hope.” It’s all preached with conviction and with depth Father Dale became Ascension’s eighth summed up as “life in abundance” or “la of meaning and there are wonderful people pastor when Michael retired in 2015. vida abundante.“ Father Dale recognizes from all walks of life.” Ascension shares Now, thanks to a growing congregation, a some may be surprised by that. “People its food shelf with the sisters, so they can talented staff, and a robust cadre of donors think of North Minneapolis and may think distribute food to people who come to and volunteers, Ascension is thriving — a of poverty, crime, a lack of hope,” he notes. them, and Father Dale presides at weekday light for the neighborhood, for worshippers, “Do those things exist here? Yes. But there’s Masses there on Wednesday and Friday. and for students. The Basilica connection also abundance, a real richness here of people Continued. is still close and valued. “We like being working toward peace and life and hope.

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(Above) Ascension student using newly upgraded computers as part of the capital campaign funding. (Right) Fr. Dale Korogi with Ascension students. “We have two grandchildren at Ascension School and the oldest graduated last spring. I like value teaching in the classroom and I like to hear the name of Jesus in the classroom.” — Bishop Richard D. Howell, Jr., Senior Pastor Shiloh Temple International Ministries

A vibrant mix of English- and Spanish- honor. Over time, the community is grow- speaking faith-filled people, Ascension has ing closer, sharing several Unity Masses a diversity that may be unmatched in the each year as well as shared special services. archdiocese. Since Michael O’Connell’s early Gatherings feature a mix of food, including days, there’s been a conscious decision to Mexican specialities, and there are more meld the English- and Spanish-speaking and more friendships across language. congregations into one ever-closer com- Things are also looking better. A recent munity. “He didn’t want to simply provide capital campaign allowed for the church space for a Spanish-speaking community,” restoration, school and club renovations, Patty recalls. “He sought to build one plus endowment funds for future needs community.” The stunning Saint Patrick as well. “It’s a clear sign to the neighbor- window, a gift from Ascension’s early Irish hood that we’re here to stay,” Father Dale parishioners, lights the church while Our notes. The church and school look terrific Lady of Guadalupe, so important to the and there are many other improvements, Spanish-speaking people, has a place of including upgraded technology.

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“Blessed are the poor — the poor economically, the poor who One student’s favorite change: “The new struggle with disparities, with immigration, and those who lights in the school let you see to the end of experience being poor in spirit.” the hall. If someone is there, you can see — Patty Stromen who it is.“ Ascension Administrator Ascension School is clearly a shining light for North Minneapolis and for the Ascension community, offering what Father Dale calls “a life-changing opportunity, an folks ‘You matter. We respect you.’ All the an aggressive academic plan and sees excellent education.” Three of every four care and effort has really provided a boost “positive shifts” in progress toward goals. students are non-Catholic/non-parishioners for our community.” Ascension provides overall management but no one is troubled by that: “We have Bishop Richard D. Howell, Jr., senior but each school has its own principal and a school for these children not because pastor of Shiloh Temple International maintains the connection to its parish. they’re Catholic but because we’re Catholic.” Ministries, a few blocks away, has two Just as the school has long been central Benito Matias was named school princi- grandchildren at Ascension and another to Ascension, immigrants have been key, pal in January, 2016, after serving almost who graduated last spring. He praises his beginning early Irish settlers in North three years as dean of students. Speaking daughter for enrolling her children. “We Minneapolis, and continuing now with the with humility, he says, “We don’t have wanted them to have a diversified experi- Spanish-speaking, mostly from Mexico. all the answers, but we have created an ence in the classroom. I like value teaching That immigrant mix was a major draw to environment that allows scholars to thrive, in the classroom and I like to hear the Father Dale, who grew up at the Church of where scholars find the opportunity to name of Jesus in the classroom.” About Saint Philip, eight blocks north, in a close grow.” The building renovation has had a 95% of Ascension’s graduates go on to community where parishioners with Polish “profound effect” Matias notes. “It say to finish high school, most attending Catholic roots celebrated their faith and heritage. schools, and most go on to college. Thanks Saint Philip eventually merged into Ascen- to generous donors, the $7,000 annual cost sion and Father Dale feels he’s now where per student is heavily subsidized; families he belongs. “At the end of my priestly pay an average tuition of $200. career — I hope to retire from here — it Father Dale obviously loves interacting feels like coming home.” with the students and visiting the school. At Ascension, as at Saint Philip, the Kids flock to him — giving hugs, sharing church is family. “It’s the heart of their news, asking for his blessing. prayer lives and their social lives as well. In order to help other schools succeed, Patty That’s what I grew up with too. The Polish now leads the Ascension Catholic Academy, people were able to worship in their own a grouping of three schools including language, with their own customs. They Ascension School, St. John Paul II Catholic found a home, a place of familiarity, rela- Preparatory School (NE Minneapolis), and tionships, traditions. The church was the St. Peter Claver Catholic School (St. Paul). central place in my childhood.” Now in its second year, the Academy has Continued.

“We love the Ascension community. They’re walking the talk. The Word is preached with conviction and depth of meaning and there are wonderful people from all walks of life.”

— Sister Karen Mohan Visitation Monastery of Minneapolis

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Gerardo Escamilla, of Ascension’s Spanish- speaking ministry, credits Patty and Father Dale with “being very respectful of our traditions, with making Ascension a very comfortable, good place for us.” The Spanish- speaking population is increasing, as evidenced by the full and lively 11:30 Mass each Sunday, the frequent Quinceaneras for girls when they turn 15, and other special celebrations, including for Our Lady of Guadalupe, that are important in the culture. “We are getting to know each other,” Gerardo says. “There is respect, appreciation. It is home for all of us, I believe that.” For his part, Father Dale works steadily at improving his Spanish, eager to be able to engage in meaningful conversation with those he serves. In addition to taking classes and working with a tutor here, he Ascension Catholic Church after 2017 exterior restoration. has studied in Guatemala and Mexico. “I’m committed to learning the language,” he says, noting that he does “ok” during Mass, but wants to be more fluid when Ascension’s $15 million Capital Campaign speaking one-on-one because “Spanish is the language of their faith.” funded these projects: He has one particularly adorable link to the Spanish-speaking community: his pug Church Building School Building Chucho has a Spanish name. “Chucho” • Removal of three previous small additions • Installation of new roof, air conditioning, is the Mexican nickname for boys and • Creation of a new south entrance, which carpeting, energy-efficient boiler, and men named Jesus. Like Max, Chucho’s includes an elevator to the lower level exterior door predecessor when Father Dale was Vicar • Commissioned new stained glass window high- • Replacement of all furniture, including student at The Basilica in the nineties, Chucho is lighting the children of our community and teacher desks an almost-constant presence in the parish • Painting all inside and outside surfaces • Removal of hall floor tile and renovation of the offices. When the school children come • Restoration of original main high altar, two concrete flooring out for recess, he jumps up on the sofa to side altars, wooden pews, padded kneeler, all • Tuck-pointing exterior bricks look out the window and watch them play. statues, and Stations of the Cross • Increased and improved lighting “Chucho loves the students,” Father Dale • Hand-painted cloud mural over the altar area • Updated security system • Installation of new carpeting and flooring, • Renovation of all restrooms, which included says. “We all do.” 9 main entrance doors, roof, spire louvers replacing original plumbing and fixtures in and altar, plus air conditioning and exterior some instances Margaret Nelson Brinkhaus was a founding landscaping editor of Basilica magazine. • Tuck-pointing all exterior brick Club Building • Updated restroom, which happens to have a • Cafeteria renovation and updated cafeteria large stained-glass window in the stall! restrooms • Improved exterior lighting for campus safety • Cafeteria entrance remodeling improved • Updated lighting for energy efficiency usability • Preparation of the lower level for an eventual • Replacing gym bleachers community gathering space with catering kitchen and additional restrooms Additional Funding • $1 million fund for ongoing building and campus maintenance • $1 million fund for school curricular innovations

10 BASILICA / FALL 2017 THE BASILICA LANDMARK Kristian Mauel Nguyen’s Next Milestone Building a passion for The Basilica

achieve success in development and Relations at Saint Catherine University, she To fundraising, some say two traits are coordinated volunteers as the Basilica Block essential: a passion for the organization’s Party intern. Not long after graduating, she mission and a genuine interest in others. began her career at The Basilica as the Gift If that’s true, Kristian Mauel Nguyen is Processing Assistant. poised to have a long and successful career Her contagious enthusiasm, positive as the new Director of Development for spirit, and rapid professional growth led The Basilica and Executive Director of The to broadened responsibilities and new Basilica Landmark. positions such as Development Assistant, It’s easy to see how Mauel Nguyen Annual Giving Coordinator, and most became so passionate for her work here, recently Associate Director of Development. since many of the milestones in her life Her relationship with The Basilica was are connected to The Basilica. A decade more than just professional. As a parish ago, while studying Journalism and Public member, Kristian met her husband Hieu while volunteering at Basilica events. Given their shared dedication to this community and giving back, it is not a surprise the two were married here last fall. “Getting married at The Basilica was wonderful and allowed me to see its incredible beauty anew through the eyes of my guests,” she remembers. Ann Wilczynski, President of The Basilica Mauel Nguyen is particularly adept at Landmark, has seen firsthand how Mauel observing and deepening how others inter- Nguyen’s skills and connections with The act with The Basilica and enjoys listening Basilica shape her work. She remembers to their connections. “The stories I hear being instantly impressed at how quickly are so diverse, but have a consistency of Kristian assumed the responsibilities from finding a community that is welcoming a departing colleague to staff the Planned and engaging,” Kristian explains. This Giving Committee, and then quietly built has helped her cultivate relationships with upon them. donors, develop key outreach efforts, and “Kristian is analytical, articulate, and lead The Landmark’s ever-increasing efforts has a grasp for details that is impressive,” to fulfill its mission to preserve, restore, and says Wilczynski. “She’s also very good at BY STEVE RUDOLPH advance The Basilica. leading a group of people in an analysis of According to Terri Ashmore, The Basilica’s complex situations, with multiple possible Managing Director, strengthening The outcomes.” Basilica’s community will be one of Kristian’s Both Ashmore and Wilczynski look for- biggest goals in the new role. “Involving ward to Kristian leading The Basilica and our young adult members is critical to our Landmark’s development efforts and fostering future,” says Ashmore. “Kristian’s experiences a greater understanding of our biblical call provide us with a tremendous opportunity to financial stewardship and sharing of to engage young adults and reshape our gifts which God has entrusted to us. 9 approach to funding and carrying out our parish ministries, outreach, and other Steve Rudolph is a member of The Basilica opportunities.” Landmark Board of Directors.

BASILICA / FALL 2017 11 FEATURE Joint Catholic-Lutheran Commemoration of the Reformation

500th anniversary: 1517-2017

OW was it possible, on October 31, nations and began to relate to each other 2016, in the Lund Cathedral, for with openness, honesty and generosity. Hboth Roman Catholics and Lutherans The JDDJ states in paragraph 14, “The to jointly launch the commemoration of Lutheran churches and the Roman Catholic 500 years of Reformation? The origins of Church have listened to the good news that unique event lie in over 50 years of proclaimed in the Holy Scripture. This com- Catholic-Lutheran dialogue but also in mon listening together with the theological sustained partnership in service to the conversations of recent years, has led to a world. Working together and dialogue have shared understanding of justification.” made this 500th Commemoration of the The Joint Declaration is a result of the work Reformation truly ecumenical and global. done by the Lutheran-Roman Catholic The 1999 signing of the Joint Declaration Dialogue Commission on Unity. The Joint on the Doctrine of Justification1 was a defining Dialogue Commission began in 1967 and BY DIRK G. LANGE moment for both Lutherans and Catholics is celebrating 50 years of existence. For the as they moved beyond the mutual condem- past 10 years, the Joint Commission pon- dered how Lutherans and Catholics could mark the 500th anniversary. Could some- 1www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/chrstuni/ Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & Manuscript documents/rc_pc_chrstuni_doc_31101999_cath-luth-joint- thing be said together on this significant Library, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minne- declaration_en.html anniversary? What would this look like? sota, USA. Exhibited at The Basilica September- 2 From Conflict to Communion (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, The first question is answered in the October 2017. 2017). This edition also contains The Common Prayer and a Study Guide. From Conflict to Communion is also available ground-breaking study book From Conflict online. www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/ 2 chrstuni/lutheran-fed-docs/rc_pc_chrstuni_doc_2013_dal-con- to Communion (FCTC) . FCTC explores the flitto-alla-comunione_en.html or www.lutheranworld.org/ many angles of reformation and begins the sites/default/files/From%20Conflict%20to%20Communion. pdf. important task of reassessing its history, not

12 BASILICA / FALL 2017 FEATURE PHOTO / L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO PHOTO / L’OSSERVATORE The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) and the Roman Catholic Church jointly held an ecumenical commem- denying the past, not denying the conflict, FCTC’s chapter two, in particular, takes up oration of the Reformation on 31 October 2016 in tensions, and violence, but rather trying to new perspectives on Martin Luther and the Lund, Sweden. remember the history differently. In exploring Reformation. As the two sides approached (L to r) Rev. Dr. Martin Junge, Pope Francis, and this historical question, FCTC invites all the each other in their research on Martin Luther Bishop Dr. Munib Younan (LWF President). Article author Dirk Lange in background on far left. faithful on a spiritual and theological journey. and early Reformation, a common assessment First, in order to find out whether Lutherans developed, rooted in the realization that and Catholics could commemorate the Luther was first and foremost a monk, deeply point [today] is not to tell a different history, Reformation together, it was necessary to devoted to his calling, and ardently seeking but to tell that history differently.” (FCTC, 16). clarify what is meant by “Reformation” and a gracious, a merciful God (both Pope FCTC concludes in chapter six by proposing define more clearly Martin Luther’s role. For Benedict and Pope Francis have pointed out Five Ecumenical Imperatives. Space does almost 500 years, an uncritically held belief this characteristic). not allow for a discussion of all five, but two simply equates Luther with the split in the This second chapter also begins with the have already been highlighted: “Catholics western church. FCTC, however, points out important claim, taken up specifically during and Lutherans should always begin from the the fallacy of this simple argument. Historians the Joint Commemoration in the Lund perspective of unity and not from the point and theologians must distinguish clearly Cathedral by Pope Francis, “What happened of view of division...” (FCTC, 239), and between Luther’s theological insights and in the past cannot be changed, but what is “Lutherans and Catholics must let them- the social, political, and economic events remembered of the past and how it is remem- selves continuously be transformed by the of the early to mid-16th century that caused bered can, with the passage of time, indeed encounter with the other and by the mutual division and violence. The significant change. Remembrance makes the past pres- witness of faith” (FCTC, 240). The fifth conclusion that Catholic and Lutheran ent. While the past itself is unalterable... the Imperative needs to be mentioned as it theologians and historians draw by making took a specific shpe during the Joint this distinction in FCTC is simple enough: Continued. Luther and his reforming insights are not the 3 See also Theo Dieter, “Commemoration of the Reformation in Germany and Lund,” Lutheran Quarterly, vol. 31 (Spring 3 cause of division in the church. 2017).

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brought to the churches, repented for the division and violence that ensued, and committed themselves to common witness and service. It was live-streamed around the world and broadcast on over 80 net- works globally. A liturgical task force5 had been created to take the insights of From Conflict to Com- munion and turn them into a prayer, which held to the classic pattern of the Divine Office (psalmody and prayer). The Common Prayer was vetted by both the LWF and the PCPCU. The prayer was not a lament for the division of the past and a thanksgiving for ecumenism today. Rather, in The Com- mon Prayer both Lutherans and Catholics gave thanks for the gifts of the Reformation and together lamented the ensuing division. Christ and the Samaritan Woman, from the series The Conversions of Sinners, 1585 Any focus on the contemporary context Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & Manuscript Library, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota, USA. was directed to the challenges stated in the Five Ecumenical Imperatives. Commemoration when Caritas Internation- The Common Prayer is deeply rooted in alis and Lutheran World Service signed a the consensus on justification and has, I Declaration of Intent to work strategically believe, profound theological implications. together. “Catholics and Lutherans should was not enough, however, to simply Where the message of justification directs witness together to the mercy of God in proc- write a document. The desire was us to the heart of the New Testament lamation and service to the world.” (FCTC, It expressed to launch the 500th anni- witness, a common prayer — together in 243) The Ecumenical Imperatives render versary of the Reformation in an ecumen- thanksgiving and confessions — exercises specific guidelines and outline a practice of ical spirit and thereby hopefully shape the that faith: without God we can do nothing justification as living witness to the Gospel in manner in which Lutherans and Catholics and that prayer comes to expression publicly this world. will remember and tell the story of the in a liturgy. In the liturgy, our common “Catholics and Lutherans should always Reformation. The Vatican and the Lutheran understanding of justification by faith begin from the perspective of unity and not World Federation (based in Geneva) decided alone takes on a visible manifestation that from the point of view of division...” (FCTC, to jointly commemorate the 500 years of muddies even our definition of “church”. 239), and “Lutherans and Catholics must let Reformation with a common prayer. The uniqueness of this liturgy did not go themselves continuously be transformed by Pope Francis along with Bishop Munib unnoticed by the media. More than many the encounter with the other and by the Younan, president of the Lutheran World recent church events, it was highlighted on mutual witness of faith” (FCTC, 240). The Federation presided over The Common the front pages of both religious and secular fifth Imperative needs to be mentioned as Prayer 4 held in the Cathedral of Lund newspapers and online media around the it took a specific shape during the Joint (Sweden). They were assisted by the Rev. world. Thomas Schirrmacher, the Associate Commemoration when Caritas Internation- Dr. Martin Junge, the General Secretary of General Secretary of the World Evangelical alis and Lutheran World Service signed a the LWF and His Eminence Kurt Cardinal Alliance summarized this extraordinarily Declaration of Intent to work strategically Koch, president of the Pontifical Council for well in an article that appeared in the together. “Catholics and Lutherans should Promoting Christian Unity (PCPCU). The Manila Times shortly after the Joint witness together to the mercy of God in proc- Archbishop of the Church of Sweden, lamation and service to the world.” (FCTC, Antje Jackelén and the Catholic Bishop of 4 www.lutheranworld.org/content/joint-common-prayer- 243) The Ecumenical Imperatives render Stockholm, (now Cardinal) Ander Aborelius, lutheran-catholic-common-commemoration-reforma- tion-2017. specific guidelines and outline a practice of were the local hosts for this global event. In 5 Theo Dieter from the Ecumenical Institute in Strasbourg, justification as living witness to the Gospel this liturgy, both Lutherans and Catholics Dirk G. Lange, from Luther Seminary and member of the Joint Dialogue Commission, Wolfgang Thönissen from the in this world. gave thanks for the gifts the Reformation Johann Adam Möhler Institute in Paderborn.

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Commemoration. “It was like a huge peace treaty, something that impacts and challenges us all. (...) They [Catholics and Lutherans] will stop trusting in money, cul- ture, power, and the state, but will instead trust the future of the churches to the power of the gospel, to which every Christian will bear witness and pass on with kindness.” In a similar vein, His Eminence Cardinal Kasper highlighted the uniqueness of the prayer in an interview given after the Joint Commemoration. Pope Francis “did not come to Lund to [simply] celebrate but to confess the (shared) sin of the division and to celebrate that the fundamental (single baptism) communion that already exists.” There in Sweden, Cardinal Kasper said, there was not only “an acknowledgment of the gifts received” on both sides, but the “celebration” became a “call,” a “strong endorsement” and a “prayer” for them to happen soon. “On the one hand, Lund has confirmed the ecumenical process and the results of the previous dialogue, on the other hand it has given a new boost.”

Title Page for Das Newe Testament, 1575 Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & Manuscript Library, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota, USA.

This call to Catholics and Lutherans is a spiritual challenge. It implies stepping out of one’s own “box,” stepping out of one’s usual categories of analysis and classifica- tion and description. It acknowledges that, in the encounter with the neighbor, some- thing in me — in my self-understanding, in the self-understanding of my community — will change. Reformation is ongoing. 9

Dirk G. Lange is an Associate Dean or Gradu- ate Theological Education, Fredrik A. Schiotz Chair of Missions and Professor of Worship at

PHOTO / L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO PHOTO / L’OSSERVATORE Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN. Pope Francis and Bishop Dr. Munib Younan, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) President, Lund, Sweden.

BASILICA / FALL 2017 15 FEATURE Reflections on the 500 th Anniversary of the Reformation

Local faith leaders share their perspectives

The Christian Church has evolved and undergone reformations great and small

from the very beginning. SOMETIMES these happened in gradual ways and sometimes in dramatic ways. The phrase Ecclesia semper reformanda est or “the church is always to be reformed” first used by Karl Barth in 1947 but attributed to Saint Augustine clearly summarizes this reality. Though always preserving the essence of the faith, the Church must be in dialogue with the culture in which the church exists and be willing to evolve and reform. A very dramatic reforming moment in the history of Chris- tianity was undoubtedly the Protestant Reformation. Many of the issues raised by the Reformers were actually being discussed in the Vatican. There even were some official attempts, though largely unsuccessful, to reform the Church. The Protestant Reformation forced the Catholic Church into action which ultimately resulted in the Counter-Reformation. The Reforma- tion and Counter-Reformation took the Protestant and Catholic Churches in different directions as they grew further and further apart. Thankfully, this trend has been radically reversed in the past INTRODUCTION BY 50 years and there has been a great rapprochement between JOHAN VAN PARYS Christian denominations. It is our hope that in the years to come we will become ever closer so “that all may be one” or Ut Unum Sint in the words of John Paul II in his 1995 encyclical Bartholomäus Kilian (German, 1630 – 1696) after by this title, in which he affirms the work of ecumenism. Johann Heinrich Schönfeldt (German 1609-1682) This hope and vision of unity reaches also beyond Christianity Georg Philipp Risen, 1662 to all people of faith, especially to the children of Abraham: Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & Manuscript Jews, Christians and Muslims. Ut Unum Sint! Library, Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota, USA. Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D., has been The Basilica’s director of liturgy and sacred arts since 1995.

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Darrell Jodock Professor Emeritus Gustavus Adolphus College

Three Hopes for the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation As we observe the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, here are my three most basic hopes. 1. I hope for a revitalization of inter- denominational Christian thinking. What- ever one thinks of Luther’s personality, errors, and accomplishments, his passion was for a revitalized Christianity — one that celebrated grace, faith, freedom, edu- cation, and service to the community. His theology was first and foremost pastoral. My hope is for a gracious and thoughtful Christianity, dedicated to mending the world. 2. I hope, secondly, for reconciliation New Jerusalem, from the series The Apostles’ Creed, 1579 among different religions. The deeply Rabbi Norman M. Cohen Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & Manuscript Library, rooted barriers perpetuated by Luther and Founding Rabbi Emeritus Saint John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota, USA. many others have been sources of conflict Bet Shalom Congregation for far too long. I am not expecting that religious differences disappear. Rather, Although the Reformation was primarily contemporary interfaith dialogue and reconciliation begins on a personal level, an intra-Christianity event, there were mutual respect. when people enter into respectful dialogue significant repercussions for Judaism and The most harmful Luther writing, while embracing one another’s differences. the Jewish community as well. penned twenty years later “On the Jews 3. And I hope that, learning from the On the one hand, Luther’s “revolutionary” and their Lies” included many themes mistakes of the past, we can engage in the thinking echoed the dynamic element in found in classical Christian antisemitic kind of civil discourse that will build bridges our own faith. 1500 years earlier, Judaism’s literature, and called for specific violent and create trust in our polarized society. dynamic ability to “re-form” ourselves actions against the Jews of his day. 400 The ecumenical movement has come a helped us to survive the destruction of our years later, the Nazis republished and long way toward healing the divisions Jerusalem Temple and to nourish the healthy distributed “On the Jews and Their Lies” between Roman Catholics and Lutherans, development of religious life in our Diaspora. and sought to carry out many of his but a whole range of other divisions afflict On the other hand, Luther and the suggestions. our society. Too often these are not just Reformation produced hate-filled writings It was not until the 1960s and Vatican disagreements but ideologies that demonize and pernicious activities that encouraged II that contemporary church leaders, most other options. Unless our churches can find and nourished hate-filled antisemitic atti- notably Pope John XXIII, began a radical ways to foster broadly inclusive face-to-face tudes causing tremendous damage between change in interfaith relations. We are all conversations about our hopes and fears, Christians and Jews. grateful today, Jew and Christian alike, we Americans will not have the social capi- Luther’s first significant piece on the that a beginning of redemption can be tal needed to solve our other problems. Jews, written in 1523, “That Jesus Christ found in frank and open dialogue, a vast I certainly would not hold up Martin was born a Jew,” was motivated by Luther’s improvement in Christian Jewish relations. Luther as a model, but he did want his ideas desire to proselytize and convert the Jew to The Lutheran church also continues to to be debated, he did urge the peasants and Christianity, assuming that Judaism was acknowledge and disavow these hateful princes to negotiate, and the last thing he based on irrelevant faith. This triumphalistic writings of their founder, Martin Luther. did before he died was to arbitrate a dispute supersessionism, known as Replacement This makes contemporary mutual between mine workers and their prince. Theology, was a claim that Christianity respectful dialogue a greater blessing and Perhaps our approach can be informed by was now the only true heir to the Biblical opportunity, especially in the light these attempts and by the insights of others. covenant, and has been anathema to of history. Continued.

BASILICA / FALL 2017 17 Hanadi Shehabeddine Bridge-builder between the Muslim and non-Muslim community.

Context as an imperative component to understanding content It was my first close encounter with Martin Luther’s writings. His contribution Man Taking Up His Cross and to the Christian faith remains appreciated, Following Christ, from the series followed, and built-upon to this day. The The Lord’s Prayer, 1571 Arca Artium Collection, Hill Museum & panel I was part of was diverse and Manuscript Library, Saint John’s Univer- enriching. It was refreshing to see people sity, Collegeville, Minnesota, USA. identifying problematic passages and work- ing towards an accurate representation of Mary Jane Haemig Carol A. Thronvelt such conflict. Professor of Church History Director, Adult Education The most unpleasant discovery was to Luther Seminary, St. Paul, Minnesota Mount Olivet Lutheran Church know that a reformer of such high-esteem and popularity among Christians could The 500th anniversary of the Reforma- Commemorating this 500th anniversary, have said some of the most disturbing and tion is an opportunity for all Christians to my Lutheran heart feels first a deep grati- denigrating statements against other reli- celebrate and reflect on Martin Luther’s tude for Luther’s breakthrough theological gious groups. In other words, to see anyone rediscovery of the gospel and its corollary, understanding that salvation is not earned, who is different than “us” as a threat to Christian freedom. The good news that God but comes only as God’s freely given gift “us” and an annihilator of “our values”. in Christ is reconciling the world (including of grace through Christ. I treasure, too, That, I believe, is a familiar narrative you) to himself, without any of us having Luther’s insistence that people be able to that we experience in America today. This earned or merited it, is truly life-changing. read the Bible on their own. And I celebrate phenomenon exists in every religion. It is a This year is a good time for all of us to hear the political and societal changes that trace prevalent tone between the Sunnis and the again the message of God’s many gifts that their beginnings to Luther’s teachings, Shiaa in the Islamic faith for example. create, redeem, and make us holy. And it is including public education for all, social It was good to learn that Lutherans have a time for us to consider how we are living welfare systems, individual worth, and reconciled with the Jewish community that in response to those gifts. We rejoice and many democratic principles. culminated in issuing an official decla- are glad and (hopefully) share the good There can be no blind hero-worship, ration from the ELCA. While the “heavy news of God’s gifts with others. We seek however, for this “hero of the faith,” for in burden” is fading away with that religious to live as God intends, joyfully using our Luther we discover some of the best and group, the ELCA could do more with freedom to serve others. worst of human nature. In its 1994 Declara- regards to Martin Luther’s two prefaces in For Christians, it is also especially a time tion to the Jewish Community, the Evangelical what referred to Muslims as “The Turks.” to take stock of how we deal with our fellow Lutheran Church in America noted Luther’s The single most important distinction Christians. Do we unthinkingly continue “witness to God’s saving Word,” a “gospel to learn from today’s exhibition is to old fights? Or do we seek to know and for the people as we really are, bidding us acknowledge Martin Luther’s failure to see understand our fellow Christians? Do we to trust a grace sufficient to reach our deepest Muslims and Jews as neighbors in which look for places of agreement? Do we seek shames and address the most tragic truths.” Christianity’s teachings are based. While to build up the whole church? Or are we Luther indeed, the document acknowledges, this may not be the path of his followers, stuck in old patterns, not having heard the had need of such grace. His late-life writings the influence of his approach remains un- good news of new life and new possibilities against the Jews and their subsequent questionable and unexplored. Distancing in Christ? use by Hitler and others to breed hatred the Church from some of Martin Luther’s and seek to destroy the Jewish people is a dangerous and intolerant views of Islam is matter of deep sorrow and regret. I believe, imperative to the teachings of Christianity however, that we can learn from both the first and foremost. By that Martin Luther’s best and the worst of Luther. My hope and writings become a product of his time and prayer is that we do, for now as then there political context. 9 are many deep shames and tragic truths we must acknowledge and find our way through if there ever is to be true equality and freedom for all. May God grant us the grace sufficient to work toward that end.

18 BASILICA / FALL 2017 INTERVIEW Welcoming Dr. Sharon Pierce Leading collaboration in our community

HERE are times when the needs of a ensuring success of the students is critical Tcommunity come in line with the gifts “in order to meet the workforce and talent of a leader. Indeed, this synchronicity is needs of the Twin Cities, as well as for in place at Minneapolis Community and Minnesota.” Technical College (MCTC) and their president, Dr. Pierce places a high value on collab- Dr. Sharon Pierce. oration and integration. Pulling from her As Dr. Pierce joined MCTC in July 2016, experiences as a nurse and an educator, the college began to implement a broad she brings a perspective that is holistic and strategic plan. The plan calls for weaving intentionally expansive. She has a natural four components into a strong institution tendency to look at every aspect of the of higher education. It focuses on engaging human being — to appreciate who they students in their own success; empowering are and what they bring to the table. She employees; environmental and long-term extends this holistic approach to under- financial sustainability; and equity and stand systems within MCTC, recognizing inclusion. Implementing this plan requires the importance of attending to every aspect vision and good will. Dr. Pierce is well suited of the student experience and appreciating to the task. that all are inherently connected. Dr. Pierce recognizes what happens on Partnerships are crucial to the success of the campus of MCTC is integrally connected MCTC. Dr. Pierce initiates dialogue with with realities throughout the state of local industry and civic leaders to under- Minnesota. MCTC has an extremely diverse stand employment needs and skillsets student population. She explains, across required for the future. She is committed to the state, a “majority of underrepresented constant conversation between academic that are real. These challenges are oppor- students are in Minnesota State institutions, program and industry leaders to uncover tunities to make a difference — to face and MCTC is one of the most diverse where students are going and how they can the realities of our time and transform the institutions within Minnesota State.” She be fully prepared. community in love. suggests closing the achievement gap and Reflecting on the relationship with The She finds joy every day in her work. Her Basilica, Dr. Pierce acknowledges a rich work is “rooted in our humanity.” She history of shared activities. She recognizes explains, “If we make a difference for one the value of being neighbors — each inviting student, it really impacts their entire family people into the area, introducing them — and then that just ripples out to the rest to the unique beauty of both campuses. of the community. Everybody doesn’t get Sharing personally, she states, “I enjoy the privilege of knowing that when you go BY JANICE ANDERSEN hearing the bells — it’s a reminder that to work every day you are creating change, there is another peaceful safe space that and sort of making the world better, more also exists beyond the campus, that’s open just in some ways. And that’s a privilege, to the community.” and I recognize it as such.” 9 Dr. Pierce is deeply grateful for her work at MCTC. She is inspired by the faculty, Janice Andersen has been The Basilica’s staff and students as they face challenges director of Christian life since 1994.

The Basilica has a strong partnership with Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC) collaborating on several initiatives throughout the year.

Hennepin Connections Mentorship Program Spirit and Soul Basilica volunteers mentor to students who have expe- An annual collaborative community rienced homelessness or poverty and provide support performance event. and encouragement to reach personal, academic, and career goals.

BASILICA / FALL 2017 19 LIFE Come As You Are Creating connections through Pathways Ministry

“How can we help our city if we don’t know who’s here?”

IGHT filters through the windows. While Theresa, Paul, and Erik each had Steam rises off fried chicken. Guests different journeys to become members of L arrange chairs around tables. Path- the Pathways volunteer team, they agree ways begins... that the connections and personal devel- This happens each Thursday night in opment fostered by Pathways keeps them lower level of The Basilica School. Some coming back to the school basement week nights the group is boisterous and ener- after week. getic; other nights the energy is quieter. At Following a Basilica homily calling first glance, Pathways may simply seem everyone to give back and be present in like a St. Vincent de Paul Ministry program their community, Theresa began volunteer- focused on life skills classes for adults. Yet ing over nine years ago. As she explains BY ELYSE RETHLAKE the power of this program — and its impact “How can we help our city if we don’t know spanning nearly two decades — warrants a who’s here?” Pathways offers the perfect deeper look. The reflections of three volun- opportunity for her to broaden her under- teers at the center of this ministry, Theresa standing of the community as guests range Olson, Paul Pribyl, and Erik Miles, reveal a from all backgrounds and experiences. program that thrives on welcoming guests The program encourages guests to share exactly where they are in life to create their authentic stories and to validate each space for growth. guest’s inherent worth.

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Pathways volunteer leaders Erik Miles, Theresa Olson, and Paul Pribyl. PHOTO / ELYSE RETHLAKE PHOTO / ELYSE

This eclectic group is what also drew Paul As humans, we naturally gravitate Guests can graduate from the program to the program. A parishioner since 2000, toward others like us. Theresa, Paul, and Erik after completing all ten skills classes. There he searched for a program that would have each answered the call to be present is no limit to the completion time and allow him to connect with others over in the community and have found that no particular order that the classes must conversation. Little did he realize the strong Pathways provides a connection between be attended. The ceremony includes a relationships he would form with other vol- many different groups. In turn, Pathways certificate, photo, prayer book and chance unteers as well as the Pathways guests. Paul guests often become members of the larger to speak about their Pathways experience. believes in volunteering as a way to live out parish community and can be seen at Mass Most often, these speeches include words the Gospel and appreciates that Pathways and participating in other events. of love, gratitude, and an overwhelming focuses on fellowship, a good meal, and Because relationships form over con- acknowledgement that it’s the only place a weekly message on how to incorporate versation, Pathways classes are largely they feel unjudged. This atmosphere of Christ as the focus of daily life. He is often discussion based. Each class addresses one trust and genuineness is where connections humbled by the guests’ stories and reminded life skill topic such as budgeting or healthy are formed and real change happens. of the power of the gift of listening. relationships. The group then dissects what There are several opportunities to Erik discovered Pathways five years ago, the topic means and how to incorporate become involved with Pathways such as after searching for additional volunteer steps into their lives for improvement food minister, host, childcare provider or opportunities to give back beyond the regardless of the starting point. The goal presenter. To learn more, please contact mentoring he was already doing. Again, is to provide each guest with at least one Julia Freeman at [email protected]. 9 just like for Theresa and Paul, Pathways take-away for the week. Classes often was a natural fit for Erik. Because Pathways include intention setting, quiet prayer or Elyse Rethlake is a parishioner and Pathways is a safe space to learn from people’s different reflection, and group discussion. The array ministry volunteer. perspectives, the program has helped him of experiences and guests’ willingness to become more comfortable being uncom- share to help others learn from their per- fortable and he learns something new each spective offers a constant touchpoint in a time. Erik can often be found leading the chaotic world. Pathways is well-known and skills presentations and admires the pro- occasionally guests will return after years gram’s ability to evolve based on the guests away to find that the group still meets in and their gifts and personalities. the basement and is still waiting with open chairs, open arms…and extra chicken.

BASILICA / FALL 2017 21 LEARNING Hearing Jesus’ Call Basilica Young Adults — faith, fun, and service

MMEDIATELY upon hearing Jesus’ call, Andrew, Simon Peter, James, and IJohn left their boats and nets to follow Him. But in modern times it can be more confusing for us to heed Jesus’ call. We are surrounded by more distractions, more messages, and more noise. In the cacophony of texts, emails, advertisements, and social media posts which make up our daily lives, Basilica Young Adult (BYA) volunteer leader it is hard to find enough stillness to hear Sunoh Choe. and discern God’s call. Yet we must remember “God is not the ENGAGEMENT OF YOUNG ADULTS wind or the earthquake or the fire. God is A 2014 Religious Landscape Study by the gentle blowing” (1 Kings 19:12). It is our Pew Research Center study shows growing human challenge to be still and attentive rates of religiously “unaffiliated” people, enough to hear God. Basilica Young Adults most noticeably in the young adult demo- group member Sunoh Choe recognizes to graphic. Some estimates state US Catholic this challenge, saying “we live in a time confirmation rates (typically between ages with diversity of thought, differing lifestyles, of 16-18) are less than half that of baptisms BY MELISSA STREIT competing priorities, and plenty of dis- (often at birth or early childhood). tractions. Life has more purpose when we Because The Basilica is a recognizable incorporate ‘spiritual food’ into our lives.” landmark in the midst of a bustling urban center, it has long been a popular parish for young adults. Currently 21% of our parish members are between the ages of 23 and 37, commonly known as Generation Y or Millennials. The Basilica intentionally reaches out to members in this age group to deepen

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Basilica Young Adults (BYA) with Archbishop Hebda, Easter 2017. engagement for many reasons. Young a dizzying array of opportunities each week integral to faith.” Core to all BYA events is adults are constantly reshaping and rede- varying from bible studies, speaker events, the invitation for attendees to grow in their fining our secular world. Their perspectives and sandwich making for our neighbors in faith and their relationship with God and and needs must be considered in our parish need to sand volleyball and happy hours. Jesus. Participants share a common yearn- community as well. To paraphrase our The group’s coordinator and Basilica staff ing for authenticity and actively living out vision statement from the prophet Jeremiah, member Ben Caduff says there is inten- their faith, even if they are still seeking in their well-being we will also find our own. tionally “a spectrum of opportunities with answers. Kane defines relationship in this Basilica pastor Fr. John Bauer cites Saint something for everyone and a wide variety context as “being open, receptive, attentive, John Paul II’s urging to “open wide the of on-ramps to participation.” and loving.” doors for Christ” as a reason The Basilica Rooted in the variety of BYA activities is This focus creates a unique sense of wel- dedicates resources toward ministry for a focus on religion and spirituality. “The come, community, and belonging because, young adults. In his invitation to World Basilica attracts a diverse group of people as BYA member Kyra Knoff notes, “two or Youth Day, Pope Francis recently told in backgrounds, careers, skills, personal- more are gathered.” In one another they young people, “God is also watching over ities, and stages of faith,” Choe observes. find a group of people intentionally you and calling you, and when God does “The group recognizes the personal faith building strong relationships with each so, he is looking at all the love you are able journey each person is on, and everyone other, with God, and with their Catholic to offer.” is welcome,” adds Caduff. “People can feel faith. Despite modern technology which comfortable getting more involved.” can promote impersonal communication, BASILICA YOUNG ADULTS Members say authentic relationships are BYA members heed the Gospel call to real Basilica Young Adults (BYA) is a Basilica a key difference between BYA and other face-to-face relationships. group for social activities and service for non-religious social groups. BYA member Continued. people in their 20s and 30s. A visit to their Grace Kane explains, “within our one web page or their social media page shows triune God we can see how relationship is

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Meet some BYA members

Sunoh Choe Choe takes a leadership role in Basilica Young Adults, publishing the monthly event calendar and hosting events in his apartment, at The Basilica, and at other settings. After graduating from university, ENGAGING YOUNG ADULTS — he moved to the Twin Cities for work and FOR A FUTURE FULL OF HOPE for a relationship that ended soon after. The Basilica has a long and “I had no other friends here,” he says successful history of engaging ruefully. “I took a chance with the BYA spring retreat in this time of desolation young adults. A young adults and loneliness.” group called AVENUES began in He connected with a few other young the early 1990s; from this group adults and began coming to BYA bible came many of the initial leaders studies. “Afterward,” Choe says, “I’d go out starting the Basilica Block Party for a drink with some of the familiar faces in 1995. Finding their spiritual and catch up on life.” He started attending home in our “traditional church more BYA activities and eventually started with a modern message,” young planning them. Over time, Choe built solid relationships on a common foundation of adults helped parish membership growing closer to God and strengthening Grace Kane grow from under 2,000 families faith. Kane found The Basilica when she was in the early nineties to over 6,400 “As much as I want to say I sought God,” living in the LynLake neighborhood; it was families today. Choe says with a smile, “it was truly God simply the closest parish geographically. The Basilica’s future is also tied who was relentlessly pursuing me and She came to The Basilica for Mass, but after to young adults and the wide vari- loving me unconditionally. In the midst of a year she felt prompted to seek something ety of people who find a spiritual many responsibilities and busy schedules, more. home here. In our uncertain our hearts were designed to be in commu- So Kane started attending BYA events nion with God and to allow the Holy Spirit and joined the leadership team. She also world, The Basilica welcomes and to work through us.” auditioned for The Basilica’s Cathedral embraces us all, truly offering a Choir and was invited to join. “Before future full of hope. 9 I knew it,” she chuckles, “the Lord had drawn me into the parish!” Melissa Streit has been an active volun- She enjoys the kinship and similarities teer and parish member since 1996. of BYA members, but was surprised to find the Cathedral Choir members come from many different faith backgrounds, music backgrounds, and ages. “While the choir represents this Catholic parish, the choir welcomes all to be a part of the church, wherever they happen to be in their personal faith journey. They truly embrace this year’s focus of a revolution of love and tenderness.” Kane moved this fall for graduate school, but hopes to return to the Twin Cities and The Basilica upon graduation.

24 BASILICA / FALL 2017 ART The Life of a Swiss Guard Vatican Museums exhibit stops in Minneapolis

Opening reception for The Life of a Swiss Guard exhibit June 2017.

they marched through the Porta del Popolo, Pope Julius awaited them and blessed them. Ever since, their primary mission has been to protect the Pope. In 1512, already having proven their bravery and valor, the Pope named them “Defenders of the Church’s Freedom.” The most tragic year in their history was 1527. On May 6, 147 Swiss Guards were killed by soldiers of Charles V’s imperial army during the sacking of Rome. While they were protecting Pope Clement VII (1523-1534), he was able to flee to the safety of Castel Sant’ Angelo with the 42 remaining Swiss Guards. The swearing-in of new Swiss Guards happens on May 6 each year, the anniversary of the 1527 massacre. It is a stark reminder of their mission. Today, there are some 130 Swiss Guards. They are all Catholic, unmarried Swiss men who have completed two years of Swiss military service. They must be at least 5 feet 10 inches tall and between the ages of 19 and 30. They are responsible for the security of the Vatican and are still expected to be ready to lay down their PHOTO / MARK RING lives in defense of the Pope. At their swearing-in ceremony, all guards pledge to “faithfully, loyally, and honorably serve the HANKS to the Minnesota/North Dakota chapter of the Patrons Supreme Pontiff and his legitimate successors, and also dedicate Tof the Arts in the Vatican Museums, The Basilica staged a very myself to them with all my strength, sacrificing if necessary my life well received Vatican exhibit entitled: “The Life of a Swiss Guard. to defend them.” A Private View.” After stops in New York, Los Angeles, Boston, and The successful exhibit attracted many people for lectures and Washington DC, Minneapolis was the last city to host this traveling guided tours, with most guests inquiring about the distinctive exhibit, comprised of extraordinary photos by renowned Italian uniforms. Contrary to popular belief, the well-known uniforms of photographer Fabio Mantegna plus uniforms and historical arti- the Swiss Guards were not designed by Michelangelo. The designer facts borrowed from the armory of the Pontifical Swiss Guards. The was Jules Repond, commander of the Swiss Guards between 1910 exhibit, curated by Vatican art historian RominaCometti, presented and 1921. Repond researched Renaissance fashion extensively and an intimate portrait of the daily life of today’s Swiss Guards. drew inspiration from Raphael’s frescoes. Most of us are familiar with the Swiss Guards. We may know A young boy had the most memorable (yet ill-fated) question: they wear vivid yellow, red and blue Renaissance-inspired uniforms, might he falsify a Swiss passport and thus make it as a Pontifical sport a morion or plumed helmet on their head, and carry a medi- Swiss Guard? The most poignant question was asked by a young eval halberd. We always see them alongside the Pope looking very girl who pondered why only men could become Swiss Guards; her serious and yet somewhat out of place in our day and age. crestfallen face spoke volumes. The history of the Swiss Guards goes back centuries. Several Though we may not fit the criteria to join the Pontifical Medieval and Renaissance Popes, not unlike kings and emperors Swiss Guard and we cannot wear their fantastic uniform, we all of their time, hired Swiss mercenary soldiers to assist them in still might adopt their motto: “Acriter et Fideliter” (Fiercely and their conquests. Following the example of earlier popes, Innocent Faithfully). 9 VIII (1484-1492) employed them against the Duke of Milan and Alexander VI (1492-1503) had his Swiss mercenary soldiers first Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D., has been The Basilica’s director fighting with and then against the King of France. of liturgy and sacred arts since 1995. It was not until 1506, however, that the first contingent of permanent Swiss soldiers was stationed in Rome. This happened at the invitation of Pope Julius II della Rovere (1503-1513). When

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are a large and diverse parish. Just as it takes a village to raise a child, We it takes the support of all our parishioners to keep The Basilica moving forward. Meet a few of our parishioners supporting The Basilica today and in years to come through innovative giving.

SHEILA and RON KOHLS Sheila and Ron Kohls have been Basilica Ron is a tax consultant and an enrolled parishioners for more than 20 years, are agent, licensed by the IRS. He is highly regular participants in the 9:30am Sunday knowledgeable about the various financial Mass. Initially drawn to The Basilica for the and tax strategies that make giving work Christmas and Easter liturgies, today it is best for his clients and himself. Ron explains the gorgeous music, thoughtful homilies, that the required minimum distribution and tremendous community outreach that (RMD) feature of an individual retirement keeps them coming back. They love the account (IRA) necessitates a person to begin BY PEGGY JENNINGS AND MONICA STUART formality and dignity of that Mass, con- IRA withdrawals at age 70 ½. He feels using sider this community to be a ‘good Church the RMD to fund one’s donations is often home,’ and have grown to support The an overlooked option. Ron practices what Basilica faithfully with their contributions. he preaches. He recently turned 70 ½, so he and Sheila took advantage of the RMD ruling for their charitable contributions. He says, “Any individual who reaches 70 ½ should consider making a donation to The Basilica through their RMD, but first each individual should consult a tax con- sultant to see if it is a tax benefit to them.”

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JEFF GARGARO Jeff Gargaro first joined the parish in 1995 and says, “I remember looking Ask an Expert around and thinking, The Basilica is such a Susan Link, parishioner, and chair of beautiful place but it looks like it is falling Planned Giving for The Basilica Land- apart.” Jeff joined the parish at that time mark, is the lead attorney for her firm’s because he liked attending Mass on Sunday estate planning group. For many people, evening; he stayed because he could see she explains, gifting both during one’s there was a need to get involved. When The lifetime and at passing is a visible way Basilica Block Party started to raise funds to to demonstrate what matters most in repair the dome, Jeff was excited to jump in your life. “Whether it is a gift today or and help. tomorrow, there are countless instru- Ten years later Jeff explains that his rela- Financial Stewardship campaign. Jeff says, ments to utilize when making a gift to tionship with the parish transformed from “Before we can do any of the important The Basilica Landmark.” She encourages a place he joined and helped out, to a place work here at The Basilica, we have to turn parishioners to make time to chat with a that “called him to take a leap of faith.” on the heat and the lights.” With this in development officer, or attend an ‘Ask an It was 2005 and Jeff was at a personal mind, each fall Jeff volunteers to meet Expert’ event sponsored by the Planned crossroads. Around this time Jeff attended with parish members and ask for financial Giving Committee. The next event is on an Oratorio concert at The Basilica and pledges. Kristian Mauel Nguyen, Executive January 21 after the 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. left feeling something in his life needed Director of The Basilica Landmark says, Masses at The Basilica. to change. A few days later, he made a “Jeff plays a key role in helping us to secure To learn more about supporting phone call and inquired about joining the the future of our community.” The Basilica Landmark, please contact choir. He auditioned not long after and Looking to the future, Jeff concludes that Monica Stuart at 612.317.3429 or was thrilled when Teri Larson offered him a it was a natural decision to designate The Peggy Jennings at 612.317.3407. place in the choir. Jeff feels this all occurred Basilica Landmark as a beneficiary in his a very pivotal time when his life could have estate. He says this gift is “the last gift I will gone in one of two directions. It was at this ever give,” and believes it to be the perfect point when The Basilica, along with 90 way to pay it forward “to someone who members of the choir, pulled him in with may be in the same position I was when open arms. the church took me in.” Forward another decade and Jeff is still singing with the choir and still helping out. With a professional background in finance and sales, Jeff now helps at fundraising events and with The Basilica’s annual

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JEN and SEAN CAMPBELL When asked what brought them to The committees or in the nursery, and you will Basilica, Jen and Sean Campbell explain, hear Sean singing in the choir. Jen says The “our Basilica story keeps growing.” Sean’s Basilica is so much a part of their family grandparents were married at The Basil- that often their four children (ages 6, 4, 2 ica and Sean was confirmed here. While and a newborn) can be found napping in dating at the University of Minnesota, Jen their Blessing of the Animals t-shirts. suggested they come to The Basilica for an The Basilica community is what inspired Ash Wednesday service. That date marked the Campbells to designate a gift to The the beginning of their Basilica story. They Basilica Landmark in their estate. Jen and became members after graduation and Sean explain that The Basilica is a part of Sean joined the choir. Today, more than a their family. “Not only has this community decade later, their Basilica story has grown celebrated with us in times of joy, but it’s to include their wedding and the baptisms provided tremendous comfort and support of their children. in times of sorrow.” Jen and Sean proudly Jen and Sean have woven a thread support The Basilica, “it is a loving, wel- through The Basilica and in turn, The coming community, and we want it be here Basilica has become a part of their family for our children, grandchildren and others cloth. It is a history that spans generations. for generations to come. We may not be In any given week you can find their family able to make the largest contribution, but at Mass, parish events, volunteering on we’re proud to support The Basilica family.”

BEVERLY HAUSCHILD-BARON and BRAD BARON When asked what brought him to The Partners. Brad indicates that their choice Basilica, Brad Baron smiles when he shares to gift using a donor advised fund provides that it was a 1949 Packard that brought a more structured planning approach that him to the church for his baptism as an can be timed for the most advantageous infant. Beverly Hauschild-Baron became a tax benefits, while Beverly appreciates member of The Basilica in the mid-70s and seeing a wide range of opportunities that worked on the capital campaign to restore complement their focus on The Basilica the dome of the church. She then turned and the broader community. her efforts to the planning, design and Throughout the years The Basilica’s finishing of the Undercroft. Their two stories extended outreach to the community has became one when Brad and Beverly met solidified their confidence and commitment and were married at The Basilica nearly 20 to The Basilica. Needs within the community years ago. Throughout the decades The are great and through the donor advised Basilica remains the center of their faith fund they have the ability to designate life. With a comfort level spanning so specific projects and provide support for many years, they refer to The Basilica as them. ‘their community’. Brad and Beverly hope that others Looking back, they reveal that their faith will see that using a donor advised fund has evolved from an internal spiritual is both an efficient and creative way to relationship to one today that has expanded gift. Through this fund donors can make to incorporate the greater community. As thoughtful gifts that have an impact on Beverly and Brad began to consider how The Basilica community and beyond. 9 their financial support at The Basilica could take on a more external focus, they Peggy Jennings and Monica Stuart have been made a decision to partner with a profes- Gift Officers with the Development team sional donor advised fund. They donate to since 2016. The Basilica through a donor advised fund administered by Minnesota Philanthropy

28 BASILICA / FALL 2017 ASK JOHAN Ask Johan

Dear Johan, my hometown and visited the tombs of my You seem to like pilgrimages? Why? parents and grandparents. I also went to What do you get out of it? my favorite little spot: a mini version of the Lourdes Grotto situated on a hill over- Gentle Reader, looking the town. As a child, I was sent Indeed, I do think it very important to go there by my grandmother to light a candle on pilgrimage. Sometimes these pilgrimages and pray for her intentions. In each place after a profound religious experience and can be as short as a walk to the Chapel of I had the occasion to pray. But the journey sometimes for no apparent reason at all, the Immaculate Conception or the journey also afforded me the time to remember. they started deeply witnessing to the faith to church on Sunday. Other times they can Freed from the worries of daily life I spent in deed and word, in some cases even be longer such as a pilgrimage to Chimayo time remembering my family, my years of unto death. in New Mexico; to the tombs of Saints Peter study, the intentions I prayed for so many We venerate or honor Saints as our great and Paul in Rome; or even to the holy sites years ago. forebearers in the faith. Learning about in Israel. Pilgrimages are important spiritually, their lives may inspire us to imitate them. Though the sacred destination is very whether short and local or lengthy and to We honor them on their feast day since important, the journey to the destination far-flung places, to rediscover ourselves, they are our Catholic heroes. By venerating is equally significant. Particularly when others, and God. their relics (an artifact from their body the journey is longer, such as the walk to or belongings), we venerate them in a Compostela in Spain, the resting place of Dear Johan, physical act which has a profound spiritual the Apostle James the Major. This pilgrim- I recently became Catholic and there are meaning. We ask them to intercede for us age, commonly referred to as the Camino, some things I still don’t understand. What is before God because we know that they now affords pilgrims weeks of walking, praying, the veneration of Saints all about? see God face-to-face. thinking… For many this is a life changing Some Saints are quite regular people experience. Gentle Reader, doing exceptional things, such as Saint The English word “pilgrim” is rooted in As a child I loved reading about the lives Teresa of Calcutta and Saint Katharine the Latin peregrinus or foreigner. In essence, of the Saints. My first books on the Saints Drexel. Others are more unusual, such as to become a pilgrim is to step out of one’s came in the form of graphic novels or Saint Wilgefortis, the patron Saint against daily comfort zone and become a kind of picture books and, not surprisingly, I began abusive men, or Saint Christina the Aston- “foreigner.” When taking international collecting them. Fictional superheroes like ishing, patroness of psychiatrists. You may pilgrimages we literally become foreigners, Batman or Wonder Woman were of little want to look them up. which forces us to let go of many expec- interest to me; I much preferred Francis or As Christians we are all called to holi- tations and presuppositions and allows Teresa. I actually dreamed about becoming ness. Some of us live out this call in the for new discoveries about ourselves, about a Saint and foolishly romanticized that I simplicity of our lives. Others are called to others and about God. might be the next Francis. truly heroic acts. For that, some of us may Sometimes pilgrimages are clearly religious My understanding of sainthood has be officially recognized by the Church while and other times they are more deeply human. evolved considerably since my early years. most of us will go unnoticed. In the end, My trip to Belgium last summer turned into In essence saints are people who were able holiness in the eye of God is what counts. 9 a veritable pilgrimage. I travelled to the to change their sometimes very sinful life University of Louvain, where I studied for and model it after the life of Christ. They Johan M.J. van Parys, Ph.D., has been The ten years, to visit the 15th century statue were teachers, healers, parents, religious, Basilica’s director of liturgy and sacred arts of Mary, Seat of Wisdom. Later, I went to priests, bishops, and kings. Sometimes since 1995.

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(Left image, l to r): Dr. G. K. Stark, Fr. James M. Reardon, and Dr. H. P. Dewey. (Right image): Dr. G. K. Stark and Daily Star editor W. C. Robertson. day, the editorial reins were handed over to four clergymen: Rev. James M. Reardon (Pro-Cathedral of St. Mary, later the Basilica), Rabbi Albert G. Minda (Temple Israel), Rev. Harry P. Dewey (Plymouth Congrega- tional Church), Rev. G. K. Stark (Emanuel Lutheran Church), plus Rev. Roy L. Smith (Simpson M.E. Church) who provided the editorial cartoon. The editors had total control over the stories printed, and also each contributed an editorial of their own. The focus of this edition was on stories of brotherhood and tolerance. Crime news INNEAPOLIS in the 1920s was a was held to a minimum and barred from Mpredominantly white city, but the the front page. Scandal news was cut Ku Klux Klan was still able to find plenty completely, as was coverage of boxing and “I say it becomes the highest function of of division lines to exploit. They played dance halls. Advertisements for patent the church, to produce that civic conscience on fears and suspicions between ethnic, medicines were also chopped, as the editors which will proclaim that amidst this religious, racial, and class lines. Catholics, felt they could not recommend the products heterogeneity there is homogeneity, amidst in particular, were accused of being more in good faith. The Klan was not mentioned this variety there is unity, and above all, a loyal to Rome than America. On December directly in any of the editorials, but given spirit which binds men together because 13, 1924, the Minneapolis Daily Star head- how predominant coverage of their activ- they love the place wherein they dwell.” line shouted “How Shall the Menace of the ities was throughout 1925, the message Ku Klux Klan Be Met?” Editorials from could hardly be lost on Minneapolitans. — Rabbi A. G. Minda, Temple Israel June 13, 1927 national statesmen, judges and leading Fr. Reardon saved clippings from all clergy offered possible solutions: Many felt across the nation lauding the special that churches should forget their differences edition. Publishing trade papers were less and work together. Minneapolis church sanguine about the ruthless “disinfecting” leaders responded. of the daily news, though they took excep- On May 10, 1925 Mayor George Leach tion more to the eliminated stories than the BY HEATHER CRAIG declared the week of May 17th “Good Will message of tolerance. Week.” The week was marked by special The edition was followed in December by sermons from Minneapolis pulpits, radio the founding of the Good Will club. Good broadcasts, and a joint presentation in the Will Weeks were held in 1926 and 1927, Garrick Theater on Friday, May 22 by nine then sadly, the Good Will Club vanished leading clergymen, who represented eight unceremoniously from the Minneapolis denominations and seven nationalities. papers. One of these was our Pro-Cathedral rector October 31, 2017 marks the 500th Fr. James Reardon. The Daily Star noted, anniversary of the Reformation. As Catholics “each pledged to the common cause of and Lutherans join together this year in combatting intolerance and religious and an unprecedented spirit of reconciliation, it racial hatred.” is good to recall that 90 years ago, people The success of this week led four of the of all faiths came together in our city to clergymen to collaborate with Daily Star speak out against hatred, intolerance and editor W. C. Robertson on a special inequity. 9 November 24, 1925 “Good Will and Tol- erance Edition” of his newspaper. On that Heather Craig is The Basilica’s archivist.

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